Victor F. Spathelf Lecture

The Spathelf Lecture is a collaborative effort between the College of Health Professions,
the College of Pharmacy, and the Michigan College of Optometry. The lecture series
is an opportunity for students to hear from influential and accomplished professionals
in the healthcare field.

Victor F. Spathelf was the 10th president of Ferris, serving from 1952-70. Under Spathelf,
Ferris underwent an unprecedented period of growth. He oversaw a carefully developed
plan which added academic and residence hall facilities to the campus each year for
nearly two decades as student enrollment continued to swell.